Car News
825,000 four-year old cars will suffer a mechanical failure
The big end may last eight years, but you are more likely to have trouble starting it after just four years according to a new car reliability survey.
World debut of Audi Metroproject Quattro
Audi pays homage to Japan’s flair for miniaturisation this week with its new sub-compact metroproject quattro design study, which makes its debut at the Tokyo Motor Show.
Jewelultra - Sponsors Hot Hatch at Used Car of the Year Awards
Jewelultra, the makers of the world renowned paint protection process Diamondbrite, are the proud sponsors of the Hot Hatch category at this year’s Autotrader Used Car of the Year Awards.
Hardcore new Impreza WRX STI reveals all
Subaru has at last revealed details of its hardcore new Impreza WRX STI which is substantially different to the non-turbo five-door models now being delivered to first customers.
Volkswagen space up! concept unveiled at Tokyo Motor Show
The Tokyo Motor Show today saw the debut of the space up! – the latest concept vehicle to join the Volkswagen up! small car family.
Nissan announces new Nissan GT-R
Nissan has announced the launch of the Nissan GT-R, a new multi-dimensional performance machine that lives up to the concept of “an ultimate supercar enjoyable to anyone, anywhere, at anytime”.
Rolls-Royce confirms expansion plans for Goodwood
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has confirmed development plans for its Goodwood headquarters and manufacturing facility. With the design for the first of a new model series approved, preparations are underway for enhanced production facilities to cope with unprecedented customer demand for the Phantom family of cars.
Employees using own cars at work are ‘health and safety timebomb’
The rise in employees using their own cars on business has created a fleet of unchecked and unmanaged drivers who are a potential health and safety timebomb for employers likely to be a prime target for new Corporate Manslaughter legislation.
Volkswagen seeks out top retailer staff in pursuit of excellence
Volkswagen has staged the UK final of its inaugural Service Qualification World Championships, aimed to raise standards in aftersales yet higher across the retailer network and reward the top-performing service advisors and technicians.
Chrysler 300C surprises UK residual value experts
Almost two years to the day from the original launch of the Chrysler 300C saloon in the UK, residual value experts have confirmed that the 300C has been a massive residual value success story.
Direct Line: Motorway hard shoulders as running lanes
Tony Chilcott, Head of Car Insurance at Direct Line, said:
GEM Support Air Ambulance Rescue Services
GEM Motoring Assist has announced that it is supporting air ambulances to reach the injured and ill in the first few vital minutes of an emergency.
Subaru launch new Impreza accessories range
Only weeks after going on sale, the new Subaru Impreza can be personalised thanks to items from the all-new accessories range.
Q2 takes Alfa Romeo to the limit
High-powered diesel versions of Alfa Romeo’s multi-award winning Alfa 147 and Alfa GT models now feature a sporty twist, in the form of a limited slip front differential that further improves and increases driving enjoyment and control.
Fiesta's celebrity status
The success of the exciting Ford Fiesta line-up continues with the debut of another feature-packed special edition to appeal to Britain's small car buyers.